Cisco ASA 5508-X Hardware Installation Guide

validation, and voice and video over VPN support. It also provides enhanced support for intelligent information
networks through improved network integration, resiliency, and scalability.
The ASA 5508-X and the ASA 5516-X are a standard 1 RU chassis. To compare the performance metrics
and capabilities of the 5500-X ASAs, see Cisco ASA 5500-X Series Next-Generation Firewalls.
Before beginning any of the procedures described in this book, be sure to read the Regulatory Compliance
and Safety Information for the Cisco ASA 5500-X Series appliances and follow proper safety procedures.
Note
Package Contents
The following figure shows the package contents for the ASA 5508-X and ASA 5516-X. Note that the contents
are subject to change, and your exact contents might contain additional or fewer items.
Figure 1: Package Contents
USB console cable (Type A to Type B)2Chassis1
Four 10-32" Phillips screws for rack
mounting
4Power cord3
4 M6 Phillip screws for rack mounting6Four 12-14 Phillips screws for rack
mounting
5
4 M4 Phillips screws for rack mounting7
Cisco ASA 5508-X and ASA 5516-X Hardware Installation Guide
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Overview
Package Contents

Cisco ASA 5508-X Specifications

General

Maximum VPN Sessions	250
Power Supply	Internal
IPsec VPN Throughput	250 Mbps
USB 2.0	1
Memory	4 GB
Flash Memory	8 GB
AC Input	100-240 VAC
VPN Throughput	250 Mbps
Maximum VLANs	100
Operating Temperature	32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C)
Storage Temperature	-13 to 158°F (-25 to 70°C)
Ports	8 x 1GE
Security Contexts	2
New Connections per Second	20, 000
Management Interface	1 x GE
Frequency	50-60 Hz
New Sessions per Second	20, 000
Humidity	5% to 95% non-condensing